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Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program
The Energy Services Bureau oversees the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP). This includes the federally-funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and other related programs. WHEAP and its related services help over 100,000 Wisconsin households annually. In addition to regular heating assistance, specialized services include:
- Counseling for energy conservation and energy budgets
- Emergency fuel assistance
- Emergency furnace repair and replacement
- Proactive co-payment plans
- Targeted outreach services
Services are provided locally through Brown County Social Services, tribal governments, and private non-profit or other governmental agencies.
Apply for Energy Assistance in Brown County
Call Brown County Economic Support at 920-448-6460, Option 1, or email them.
Eligibility for Energy Assistance
Households with income at or below 60% of the State Median Income limits may be eligible for assistance.
| Household Size |
One Month |
Three Month |
Annual Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,024 | $6,071 | $24,282 |
| 2 | $2,646 | $7,939 | $31,754 |
| 3 | $3,269 | $9,806 | $39,225 |
| 4 | $3,891 | $11,674 | $46,697 |
| 5 | $4,514 | $13,542 | $54,169 |
| 6 | $5,137 | $15,410 | $61,640 |
| 7 | $5,253 | $15,760 | $63,041 |
| 8 | $5,370 | $16,111 | $64,442 |
Income From Other Work Places
Many households with income from farms, offices, factories, and other work places receive WHEAP assistance. Please visit the Brown County WHEAP website for more information.